Jake Riley thought losing weight would help him win. He found out the hard way how wrong he was. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Olympic Marathoner’s Struggles Show RED-S Affects Men, Too
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Inside Molly Seidel’s Bronze Medal Marathon Run in Tokyo
Her coaches, family, and maybe even Seidel herself had an inkling this was possible. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Elaine Thompson-Herah Wins the Women’s 200 Meters at the 2021 Olympics
Namibia’s Christine Mboma took silver and American Gabby Thomas won the bronze. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
With a Spotlight on Athletes’ Mental Health, Here’s How Track and Field’s Best Cope
They’re speaking more openly about anxiety, depression, and other concerns—and sharing the tools they use to cope. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Raevyn Rogers Is Relying on a Little Psychology—and a Lot of Faith—to Stay Calm Ahead of Tokyo
Not only did she move cross-country last year, but she also had a frightening brush with law enforcement. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
What’s in a Name? For Paralympians, a Powerful Symbol of Inclusion
The United States Olympic Committee is now the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, a move that shows “we’re all one team.” Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Are Olympic Athletes Legally Doping?
In most of sports’ recent doping scandals, there’s one thing no one questions: the substances used. But next month—on sports’ biggest stage—one known performance-enhancing drug will be allowed. In fact, you may have used it to boost your own performance as recently as this morning. Read the full article in Men’s Health.